2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 570 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Ram | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |
